Events in Tuscaloosa This Weekend
In addition to cheering on the Crimson Tide against the Rajun’ Cajuns, there are many other events happening in Tuscaloosa this weekend. With live music, fitness events and a family-friendly musical, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Learn more about these events below and visit visittuscaloosa.xyz/events to keep up with future events in the area.
Alabama Football vs. Louisiana-Lafayette🐘🏈🌶
The Crimson Tide will play at home again this week, following their domination of Texas A&M. This Saturday, Alabama will host the University of Louisiana – Lafayette Rajun’ Cajuns. Kickoff is at 11:00 a.m. CST, so make sure you are up early to enjoy tailgating on the quad! For more gameday information, visit https://uagameday.com/gameday-information-2018/.
The Retrovales at Druid City Brewery🎶
Start your weekend early at Druid City Brewing Company, Tuscaloosa’s Original Craft Brewery! Thursday at 8 p.m., The Retrovales will be performing at this location for the first time. Based out of Huntsville, AL, The Retrovales are a folk/pop duo, compared to a version of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham. Come get a drink and listen to their new releases!
Mary Poppins, Jr. 🎟🎭
Everyone loves Mary Poppins, one of the most popular Disney movies of all time. With a twist on the classic movie and Broadway musical, Mary Poppins, Jr. will be performed by the Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre! The family-friendly show will be downtown at the Bama Theatre this weekend only, starting at 7 p.m. Friday. To purchase tickets and find out more information, visit http://tuscaloosachildrenstheatre.net/purchase-tickets.
Fantasia🎶
The Coca-Cola Concert Series continues at 7 p.m. this Friday, September 28 at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater. American Idol season 3 winner, Fantasia, will be headlining the event, with special guests TANK, Tekknology and DJ Church Johnson. Fantasia is a Grammy Award winning vocalist, with multiple No. 1 hits. All seats are reserved, so purchase tickets now at http://www.tuscaloosaamphitheater.com/event.php?cn=1416.
Bark at The Barre🐶
For some fun and relaxation on Sunday afternoon, The Barre Code is hosting Bark at The Barre to benefit Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter. At 2 p.m. there will be a 30-minute stretching class led by Master Trainer Car Noble. Most importantly, there will be puppies!! The cost to participate is $15, with all proceeds going directly to Metro. To get a spot now, visit https://ticketbud.com/events/7d6932d2-aa07-11e8-a88f-43cfb2facf81.